Butterfly Campground

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $23.23 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Butterfly Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of its beautiful namesake lake at an elevation of 10,300 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty. Butterfly Campground is a beautiful high elevation campground with 20 single campsites.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/butterfly-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Butterfly Campground offers access to Butterfly Lake with excellent opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing on the shores of a beautiful alpine lake at 10,300 feet elevation in the scenic Uinta Mountains. The campground provides a gateway to abundant recreational opportunities including hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, yellow-bellied marmots, common golden-mantled ground squirrels, osprey, boreal owls, American three-toed woodpeckers, and pine grosbeaks have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Butterfly Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand. Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available. The lake is restricted to non-motorized watercraft only, making it ideal for kayaking and canoeing. Mirror Lake Scenic Byway provides access 34.6 miles east from Kamas, UT via State Route 150.

Skip Butterfly Campground if: You need RV hookups; this campground has none.. You are visiting outside May through October; the campground is seasonally closed.. You plan to use motorized boats; only non-motorized watercraft are permitted on Butterfly Lake..

Best time to visit Butterfly Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Mirror Lake (Pleasant Grove, UT), Mirror Lake Guard Station (Kamas, UT), Lost Creek Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Lilly Lake Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Butterfly Campground

Cell signal at Butterfly Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Butterfly Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of its beautiful namesake lake at an elevation of 10,300 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty. Butterfly Campground is a beautiful high elevation campground with 20 single campsites.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Restrooms

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups; this campground has none.✕ You are visiting outside May through October; the campground is seasonally closed.✕ You plan to use motorized boats; only non-motorized watercraft are permitted on Butterfly Lake.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand.

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available.

The lake is restricted to non-motorized watercraft only, making it ideal for kayaking and canoeing.

Mirror Lake Scenic Byway provides access 34.6 miles east from Kamas, UT via State Route 150.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain goats, yellow-bellied marmots, common golden-mantled ground squirrels, osprey, boreal owls, American three-toed woodpeckers, and pine grosbeaks have been documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

In Kamas, UT, at the intersection of State Rt. 32 (Main St.) and State Rt. 150 (Center St.), take Rt. 150 (Mirror Lake Scenic Byway) east 34.6 miles to the campground sign. Turn left at the sign into the campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Butterfly Campground cost per night?+
Butterfly Campground costs $23.23 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Butterfly Campground open?+
Butterfly Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Butterfly Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Butterfly Campground?+
Butterfly Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Butterfly Campground?+
Butterfly Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Butterfly Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Butterfly Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Butterfly Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Butterfly Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$23.23 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Mirror Lake

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Lost Creek Campground

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From $28.06/night

Lilly Lake Campground

Pleasant Grove, UT

From $28.06/night

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